Major: Dance & Performance Studies
Pronouns: they/she
Email: ellisemerson@berkeley.edu
I started dancing when I was four years old in baby ballet classes and continued with ballet for 14 years before coming to Berkeley. I was a little intimidated by trying new styles of dance but Berkeley is an amazing environment to try new things. Professors and peers are super welcoming and encouraging. I’ve had incredible experiences performing in TDPS shows and am excited to explore the production and design side of things in my final year. I entered Berkeley intending to major in math but couldn’t stay away from dance so I would be happy to talk it through if you’re considering changing your major. I’m also involved with the dance community at Berkeley outside of the department as co-director of Tether Dance Company and would love to talk about that as well. Feel free to contact me with any questions!